From the Editor

Majówka

The tradition of the May holiday is a beautiful example of how old customs and modern customs can interpenetrate and complement each other. The celebration of May is a great opportunity to celebrate spring, work, family and friendship. It is worth cultivating this tradition and enjoying it, remembering its deep meaning and historical roots. We have more about this tradition below.

May is the month of the GiveBIG fundraiser, the largest in the Pacific Northwest. Learn more about this year's fundraisers and causes organized by the Seattle Polish Foundation.

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Events

Evening with Beata Poźniak

Evening with Beata Poźniak

April 26, 2025 6:00 pm-8:00 pm

Polish Cultural Center

From Classics to Contemporary: An Evening of Polish Poetry with Beata Poźniak Premiere of the Audiobook Songs of Youth –…

$20.00

Rick Steves Poland screening with Cameron Hewitt At Polish Home

Rick Steves Poland screening with Cameron Hewitt At Polish Home

May 4, 2025 2:30 pm-4:30 pm

Events

Polish Cultural Center

Celebrating Polish Constitution Day on Sunday, May 4 at 2:30 p.m., the Polish Home Association and Rick Steves’ Europe are coming…

Pierogi Fest 2025

Pierogi Fest 2025

May 10, 2025 12:00 pm-4:00 pm

Food

Polish Cultural Center

Join us for the Seattle Pierogi Fest on Saturday, May 10, from 12 pm to 4 pm at Downstairs Hall Adults $18…

$18.00

Elections of the President of the Republic of Poland

Elections of the President of the Republic of Poland

May 17, 2025-May 31, 2025

Events

Polish Cultural Center

Polish citizens residing abroad will be able to vote in person only, at the location of electoral commissions established by…

News

2025 GiveBIG Fundraiser

This year for GiveBIG WA, the Seattle Polish Foundation is asking for your support toward two vital causes: a Medical & Emergency Fund for our aging community members, and a...

Wybory Prezydenta Rzeczypospolitej Polskiej

8go kwietnia zostało opublikowane w Dzienniku Ustaw rozporządzenie Ministra Spraw Zagranicznych w sprawie utworzenia obwodów głosowania w wyborach do Prezydenta Rzeczypospolitej Polskiej w 2025 roku dla obywateli polskich przebywających za...

Short Stories

“Majówka: A Walk Through Spring, History, and Heritage”

“Majówka: A Walk Through Spring, History, and Heritage”

May is coming, and with it, fond memories of “majówka” — May picnics that have become a symbol of spring in full bloom, wonderful relaxation, and a preview of summer holidays. The long May weekend is one of the most anticipated times of the year in Poland. It’s usually the first opportunity in the calendar year for a vacation getaway.

Reviews

“Pszczoły” i “Drzewa”

“Pszczoły” i “Drzewa”

Z okazji Dnia Ziemi chciałabym zachęcić do przyjrzenia się bliżej dwóm niezwykłym tytułom autorstwa Piotra Sochy i Wojciecha Grajkowskiego – “Pszczoły” oraz “Drzewa”. To książki, które zachwycają nie tylko formą, ale i treścią – i to czytelników w każdym wieku. Wielkoformatowe, pięknie zilustrowane, pełne wiedzy i artystycznego uroku, są prawdziwym...

The Issa Valley (Dolina Issy), 1955

The Issa Valley (Dolina Issy), 1955

Czesław Miłosz's Issa Valley is a semi-autobiographical novel set in early 20th-century Poland, in a region historically part of Lithuania. It follows the life of Thomas Dilbin, a young boy living with his grandparents in a rural valley. The story captures his journey from childhood to adolescence, exploring themes of...

Minor Apocalypse

Minor Apocalypse

Tadeusz Konwicki's Minor Apocalypse (Mała Apokalipsa) is a sharp, darkly comedic novel set in communist Poland. It follows a writer's surreal journey through a decaying Warsaw, exploring themes of political oppression, personal responsibility, and existential despair. Konwicki's biting satire and vivid prose make it a compelling, thought-provoking read. It was...

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